"It is an interesting time to be in seminary" this quote or phrase should I say has been coming about a lot during the past few weeks. There is a great deal of truth in this statement. Our nation is in a recession, there is the so called "white elephant" in the room from the August Chruchwide Assembly and as always our world as we know it is constantly changing. People are questioning why they are here when facing Greek tests and History tests along with financial difficulties and where they stand on certain issues. We are being challenged with every turn, asked to take a look at our spirituality and on top of it all balance studying and reading. Hmmm I wonder what this is preparing us for? Perhaps public ministry in the church? Many of us are getting a true taste of parish ministry even though we are not ordained or for that matter only beginning our academic studies. One thing that is becoming even more apparent is that even though we might be cast into the wilderness we must not lose hope or faith that we must hold strong no matter what and remember the one who has sent us.

Peace,

Jason